Why "St. Cuthbert's Island"?

Saint Cuthbert was a Celtic monk who lived in the 7th century.
He received visitors at his monastery in Northumbria and was even appointed a bishop, but he yearned for the life of an ascetic. While living at the monastery on the island of Lindisfarne, he sought to spend time with the Lord whenever possible. Early on, he practiced solitude on a small island that was linked to Lindisfarne by a land bridge when the tide was low. This tiny island, known as Saint Cuthbert’s Island, was a training ground of sorts—a place to grow in faith and in love for God.

I chose to name my blog after this island for two reasons:
1) I hope that it will be a place where I can spend time alone with God, growing in my love for Him.
2) Perhaps, when the tide is low, others may find their way to this tiny island
and, by God’s grace, be blessed by what they find there.
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Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Accio Theologia Profundica!

Well, I finished the new Harry Potter book yesterday. This means I also finished the series, and I'd love to talk with someone about the story as a whole.

What Christian elements or themes did you find? What unChristian elements disturbed you? Aside from being an entertaining read, how did the story move you? What did it make you think about? What do you think the author's point was? What did you like or dislike?

I'm asking because I think this book will have a lasting impact. Our kids will read it. Grandkids, too. I think there's opportunity here to discuss important themes, to glean insights, and to probe spiritual realities. Why not begin that discussion now?

I'll be sharing some of my thoughts at a later time in the comments section of this post. I'd love to hear from anyone who's read Harry Potter at all.

Any thoughts?
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